Join our team! AGF is seeking an Accounting Technician to join our dynamic team to based in Port Coquitlam. Reporting to the Controller, you’ll play a key role in processing monthly progress billings, managing client invoicing, and assisting with full-cycle accounting tasks. You’ll also collaborate closely with our sales, project management, and finance teams to streamline communication and ensure smooth collection processes.
About us:
At AGF, we're a trailblazing force in reinforcing steel and post-tensioning, with more than 75 years of excellence and over 50,000 successful projects achieved. Renowned for our strong focus on health and safety, family spirit and culture of innovation, we take pride in being the heartbeat of major construction projects in Canada and across the globe.
Now, you might be wondering, "What's the deal with reinforcing steel (also known as rebar)?". In a nutshell, rebar is like the backbones of a building. It’s a key ingredient that gives strength to concrete so that it doesn’t crack, ensuring buildings and infrastructure remain strong and stable for years to come.
What we offer:
- Full insurance coverage (health, dental, and vision) from day one;
- Annual wage increases and bonuses;
- Employer-matching RRSP (4%);
- Telemedicine program and employee assistance program from day one;
- 5 sick days;
- Reimbursement for annual fees for professional associations and other job-related memberships;
- Physical activity reimbursement: $600 annually for physical activities to promote health and wellness;
- Corporate discounts (ski resorts, golf, car rentals, furniture stores, etc.);
- Training provided & opportunities for advancement.
About the Role - Your main responsibilities will include:
- Process monthly progress billings as per monthly shipments;
- Communicate with the Contracts Administrator to ensure the Change Orders and billings associated with Change Orders;
- Review invoice data accuracy and ensure compliance;
- Contact customers to follow-up on payments and collections;
- Apply payment, update accounts and data in the system;
- Post journal entries with appropriate working papers and supporting documentation;
- Post accruals, adjusting entries, forex, and reclass entries for month-end;
- Inspect transactions for discrepancies and compliance to internal controls and policies;
- Ensure that all journal entries are accurately prepared by deadlines and that general ledger accounts are reconciled on a timely basis;
- Assists in the preparation of financial statements, including intercompany transactions;
- Assist in the preparation of additional reporting packages for senior management;
- Assist with the preparation of budget and Forecast;
- Perform variance analysis and reconciliation of GL accounts;
- Assist with inventory analysis and reporting as needed;
- Support ad hoc projects and system change implementations as they arise;
- Prepare tax remittance details;
- Perform other accounting, administrative or analysis duties as assigned;
- Provides support to the Controller.
About You - The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
- Training or Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field;
- 2 to 3 years' experience in an accounts receivable role;
- 2 to 3 years' experience in construction;
- 2+ years in full cycle accounting experience preferably in the construction industry;
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures;
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and strong communication and interpersonal skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
AGF is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and individuals of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Commuter benefits
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 0B7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience in the construction industry?
- What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Experience:
- Accounts receivable: 1 year (required)
- Accounting: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
